Current and historical number of shares outstanding for MetLife (MET) from 2006 to 2018. Diluted shares outstanding can be defined as the number of shares held by shareholders including insiders but not including a company's treasury shares assuming conversion of all convertible debt, securities, warrants and options.

MetLife, Inc. is a leading global provider of insurance, annuities and employee benefit programs, serving 90 million customers. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, MetLife holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. MetLife has operated as a good corporate citizen. Building on their long legacy of excellence, they are committed to ensuring a future in which they can continue helping people and communities around the world navigate life together.